Monday, December 26, 2011

Knit Wit Design celebrates success as the New Year approaches this weekend. One of my goals
before blessing the bubbly on the dawn of 2012 has been achieved, reaching 1000 fans for my brand.

Though 1K looks pretty sweet, this achievement is just the beginning for my KWD Vision.

In 2012 I hope to branch out my business online, basing my shop at Etsy. My brand has already found a
small home in trendy boutiques and with more fans I hope to close more sales through the internet platform.
Now my Knit Wits can be found both in select stores and even more easily shopped online.
Enjoy browsing!!

Monday, November 28, 2011

Friday, November 25, 2011

An estimated 152 million shoppers turned out for Black Friday, met by smaller masses of the Occupy Movement; both parties ever-determined nation wide. While the buying creates much needed cash flow, protesters confront
the retail-corporate America, commercialization and extreme over-consumption. Arrests and reports of violence
have turned up countless across the country as shoppers made their stand.
One extreme woman in California is reported to have used pepper-spray to out-shop her competition.While the 99% remains relentless against the machine, a larger percent of Americans risked their safety for a piece of it. Many ask, "why bother when the same deals are available online?" Perhaps there are benefits of actually shopping today, for the economy if not for the consumer. It may even be possible to please all in compliance with the sign of one protester, "Buy Local, Not Corporate."

Tuesday, November 15, 2011

Knit Wit Design presents a new holiday collection of hand-knit jewelry mixing up-cycled and recycled elements in each unique piece. Launching at a designer event hosted tomorrow evening at F.I.T's The Style Shop, this exclusive collection will be available for a limited time through December 8th.

Thursday, October 27, 2011

New York City offers countless opportunities to celebrate Halloween, this October 31st. The infamous Parade in the Village will be the highlight of the showcase, inviting all in
costume to participate in the line-up or watch the spectacle live.

Many will begin celebrating Halloween with the weekend kick-off tomorrow, October 28th.
Join me at Draft Bar to party with native NYC DJs One Wacked Mug & Katrillion
as they host an all-night spooked out spin battle.

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

A soft print jersey in nude tones inspired the design above for an evening look that is both sexy and subtle. An assymmetric sleeve provides style and grace while princess panels with shirring all around direct attention to the feminine figure.

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

a modern affairPresenting, an original cowl top design with straps and a sweet-heart neckline
paired with wool-blend bloussant trousers in a modern color combination for fall.
Suggested over a jersey knit long-sleeve top.

Thursday, October 13, 2011

The countdown to Halloween begins as we round out the second week of October.

All Hallows' Eve began with the Celtic tradition of lighting bonfires and dressing in costumes to ward off any unwanted spirits on the last night of October. During the 700's the holiday was adapted further by Pope Gregory III who assigned November 1st as All Saints Day, honoring saints and martyrs. All Hallows Eve continued to mark the superstitious prelude, encouraging all to participate by donning costumes. Halloween has evolved into a secular holiday celebrated in fun by many world-wide.

This year in America, it is estimated that 15% of people dressing up for Halloween will also dress their pets.
Here's a few matching costumes I found to inspire your own creativity.

I will be making my own costume, as many are also expected to do in an effort to save money this
Halloween. Feel free to contact for ideas, how-tos or custom-made, up-cylced designs for yourself :)

Thursday, September 29, 2011

The Style Shop is a student-run boutique housed within NYC's legendary, Fashion Institute of Technology.
This fall marks the Shop's Sweet 16th year in business, selling student work alongside industry pieces and
special vintage items. Student-buyers select the merchandise ranging from clothing to jewelry, most of which is handmade.

Knit Wit Design @ the Style Shop:

Hand-made is the definition of my Knit Wit Design jewelry collection, for sale at the Style Shop, a third consecutive season.

My featured items are not only hand-knit but also made from recycled yarns and up-cycled with vintage embellishments. The first week at Style Shop is off to a great start with some sales already and I can't wait to restock with fresh items for Halloween and the Holidays. :)

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Out with the runways and in with the Big Top at NYC's Lincoln Center. Next month,
the Big Apple Circus will return for its 34th season with a new show, "Dream Big."
The two hour sequence of performances rely heavily on the talents of human actors,
while the featured dogs and horses are "treated as equal professionals."

The Big Apple Circus is a non profit organization behind the scenes,
offering a variety of outreach programs which help the community.
Plan your NYC Big Apple Circus trip online and and learn more.

Friday, September 16, 2011

Marc Jacobs closed the curtain on NYC Fashion Week '11, with his show held at the Lexington Avenue Armory in Manhattan. His collection remained true to the common thread this season, expressing recession-chic.

The inspiration; twenties flapper with his own aesthetic reflected in basic silhouettes.

While some perceived the individual garments as "flat", each overall look was uplifted by color and fabric.

Clearly sheer, many runways this season were see-through, further emphasizing the thinness of our skin in a dwindling economy. Fashion Week '11 draws to a close, at least delivering beauty to a time of otherwise uncertainty.

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However, Mr. Jacobs had other matters on his mind while his models worked the collection. He was dressing to impress for sure, as he is also in the running to inherit the coveted position of couturier at Dior, which was formerly held by John Galliano. Although true couture is an endangered species of fashion it is the blood which runs through all designers and hopefully Marc Jacobs can replenish it.

Headlines will continue to follow the negotiations to reposition the Dior house on the fashion map and perhaps change the course of couture.view the full collection

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

NYC Fashion Week is in full swing at Lincoln Center with a back to back list of shows that must go on.
Among these productions so far, my favorite designer, Betsey Johnson presented her Spring '12
collection yesterday at 6pm, providing a live video stream for all to be enamored. Charm saturated
each look that emerged from the keyhole entrance and then down the runway.

Long legs and mischievous bras revealed sexuality, cleverly coated in sugar. Pink lips and glimpses of femininity are an exciting catalyst to the luscious looks. A modern day Alice, and every girl with a dream can wear these clothes.

The barbie-doll punk edge is credited to Nicki Minaj for inspiration.Bold prints and colors deliver impact to the scantily paired, dreamy and elusive sheers.

Monday, September 12, 2011

overhead view of the progress memorial in progress, constructed in their shadow (photo taken 6/11)
previewthe exhibit and reserveticketsin advance, online.

The WTC museum opens to the public today, September 12th, 2011. ____________________________________________________________
The beauty of fashion lies within its individuality. Twin looks can reflect as many styles as the people that wear them, each in a different way. Our twin towers, which stood at their own heights only one decade ago, no longer grace the NYC skyline. The spread above was inspired and created in their honor.________________________________________________________________

Friday, September 9, 2011

Last night, the streets of New York City were trampled, stomped and cat-walked by shoppers in the pursuit of fashion. From midtown to down-town, boutiques opened doors after hours to host the third ever annual Fashion's Night Out.

I joined my closest fashion colleagues for our own adventure in Soho. We
ditched the stand-still traffic cab at the corner of Broadway and Spring, and were immediately engulfed by the crowds.

Our first stop: Mango; a European style boutique offering edgy street fashion. Beers in hand, we cruised the store finding several sources for knit-spiration.

A few doors down at Guess Marciano,
we met one of their many muses and watched a guest designer create T-shirts on the fly.

Sephora was packed and pumping as well, with hourly raffles of their newest cosmetic specialties. We also shopped Victoria's Secret, Tommy Hilfiger, H&M, and a few other boutiques on the strip. Many places were at capacity with lines around the corner, like Prada, to name one of the heart breakers.
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and so commences yet another NYC Fashion Week.
I look forward to seeing what comes down the runways.